Camelot

Camelot stands as one of the most iconic locations in Arthurian legend, serving as King Arthur's magnificent castle and court. Interestingly, this celebrated fortress wasn't part of the original Arthurian tales - it first emerged in French romantic literature of the 12th century. Following its introduction in the Lancelot-Grail cycle, Camelot evolved into the grand capital of Arthur's kingdom and became synonymous with the ideals of the Arthurian world.

While medieval writers placed Camelot somewhere within Great Britain, occasionally linking it to actual cities, they typically left its exact location a mystery. Most scholars consider Camelot to be purely fictional, noting that its undefined geography perfectly suited the needs of medieval romance writers who could adapt the setting to their stories. Despite this scholarly consensus, debates about the "real" location of Camelot have persisted since the 15th century, continuing today in popular media and tourist attractions that claim connections to the legendary court.